smells

Example Sentences

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“As a lover of sweet smells, I really enjoyed this cocoa-inspired scent. The cedar and sandalwood notes were stronger at the end and gave nice, beachy vibes.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

What started as a question of what smells good has become something else — small moments of recognition between many people who, just hours earlier, had been total strangers.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

Roast until the edges start to crisp and everything smells like you knew what you were doing.

From Salon • May 5, 2026

This region must combine different types of information, including sights, sounds, and smells, into cohesive memories.

From Science Daily • May 3, 2026

When I open the door, the cab smells of lemons, and the rubber floor mats are so clean I wonder if I should take my shoes off before climbing in.

From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko